Sermons on Suffer Affliction:

A Study In Contrasts And Comparisons Series

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Dec 27, 2008

In the stories of Jairus and the woman with the issue of blood, we see several differences and similarities.

A STUDY IN CONTRASTS AND COMPARISONS Text: Mark 5:21 – 43 Introduction:  This scripture is part of a larger narrative from 4:35 – 5:43 o 4:35 – 41 Jesus displays His power over danger o 5:1 – 20 Jesus displays His power over demons o 5:21 – 34 Jesus displays His power over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

I Love My Savior

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 22, 2010

One of the greatest words we have experienced since I have pastored at Crane Eater Community. We are about to go into a new building. (Phase 1)

I Love My Savior Romans 8: 35-39 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? 36 As it is written: “ For Your sake we are killed all day long; We are accounted as sheep for the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heritage Of Faith

Contributed by Thomas Bell on Oct 12, 2016

celebrating 50 year members honored for their heritage of faith

ECC 2 Tim 3:14- 4: 5 Heritage Sunday Oct 16 2016 Heritage of Faith A simple definition of heritage is the traditions, achievements, beliefs, etc., that are part of the history of a group or nation. On this heritage Sunday here at ECC we will be honoring those folks who have been members of this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rags To Riches

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

Explain to the process of God in fulfilling the promises of God.

I. PROMISES OF GOD MUST BE UNDERSTOOD WITH THE PROCESS OF GOD A. ENEMY WANTS TO DESTROY/DISCOURAGE YOU IN THE PROCESS SO YOU DON’T INHERIT THE PROMISES B. PROCESS HELPS US TO BECOME WHAT GOD HAS PREDESTINED US TO BE SO WE ARE PREPARED TO BE GOOD STEWARDS WITH THE PROMISE C. EXPENSIVE TO BE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20

Denomination: Church Of God

Believe That You Receive

Contributed by Mark Baker on Mar 8, 2008

God has gone to great lengths to purchase us back from Satan and eternal death, and to give us Eternal life. The very least we could do is to take the time to learn how to receive these very great and precious promises.

God has gone to great lengths to purchase us back from Satan and eternal death, and to give us Eternal life. The very least we could do is to take the time to learn how to receive these very great and precious promises. 2 Peter 1:4. by which have been given to us exceedingly great and precious ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seeking To Live Godly In A Spiritual World Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 25, 2012

Sold Out, two of the most powerful words that can describe our life in Christ. It means we are no longer available to be bought by anything. We are not our own.

Intro: Some of the most terrible words that shoppers can hear on black Friday or any day in this shopping season “Sold Out.” What does that mean? It means it is no longer available to be purchased and unavailable to another buyer. That is exactly what Paul is telling his 1 Corinthians ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Deafness/Dumbness Delightfully Dismissed Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Apr 22, 2007

Jesus heals a man with a double curse-deafness and dumbness. Yet, the manner in which the miracle occured is miraculous in itself and it shows the tender side of the Lord of lords.

MARK 7:33-35 DEAFNESS/DUMBNESSDELIGHTFULLY DISMISSED I. THE SAVIOUR: * Mark 7:33 A. Sympathetic B. Signs C. Significance II. THE SIGHING: ** Mark 7:34 A. Suffering B. Sirens C. Satan III. THE SUCCESS: *** Mark 7:34, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:33-35

Denomination: Methodist

Dangerous Times (2 Timothy 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 12, 2024

Are we in dangerous times to be a Christian? Let's discuss this in 2 Timothy 3.

Will perilous times come in the last days? Should we avoid certain people? Did Paul suffer for preaching the truth? Do some ministers today suffer because they faithfully preach truth? Would they believe that all scripture is God-breathed? Let’s find out in 2 Timothy 3. Are we in dangerous times? ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Connoisseur Spirit In Churches?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 10, 2002

Are we just spiritual connoisseurs or spiritual growers?The question is not where is the God of Elijah? The real question is: where are the Elijah’s of God.

THE SPIRIT OF A CONNOISSEUR IN CHURCHES Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Luke 19:17 Well done thou good servant: because thou hast been FAITHFUL in a VERY LITTLE, have authority over ten cities. Job 23:10 But He knows the way that I take; When He has tested me, I shall come forth as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:17, Job 23:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Pain, No Gain

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 17, 2001

HIS GREAT PAIN CAUSED OUR GREAT GAIN OF SALVATION.

“NO PAIN, NO GAIN” ISAIAH 52:13—53:12 PALM SUNDAY APRIL 8, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Victor Yap writes, The parents of a ten year old public school boy who was failing fifth grade math decided to enroll their son in a private Catholic school after exhausting all efforts to help. The youngster stormed ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13, Isaiah 53:12

Denomination: Baptist

Why Is Jesus So Significant? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Isaiah 53 “looks as if it had been written beneath the cross upon Golgotha.” Many believe this is the best single chapter in the whole Bible to explain what happened on the cross.

Today, I want to invite believers both here and a Cross Church to participate with us as we take the Lord’s Supper. We are devoting ourselves to a study of one of the powerful chapters in the Bible. Nowhere in all the Old Testament does the gospel shine more brilliantly than in Isaiah 53. I hope ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Is Hell Forever? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 30, 2015

Although unpopular in today's culture of tolerance religious pluralism, the doctrine of hell is necessary for Christians and non-Christians.

Is Hell Forever? Perhaps an even more relevant question is whether there really is a hell? According to a 2003 survey by Barna research, 76% of Americans believe Heaven exists, 71% of Americans believe Hell exists, but only .005 believe that they will be sent there. So, while many people believe ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Relighting The Fire

Contributed by David Scudder on Sep 3, 2007

Our passion for Christ toggles from hot to cold all too frequently. How can we love the Lord more passionately and consistently?

Relighting the Fire Philippians 3:7-11 Purpose: To challenge believers to pursue a passionate walk with Christ. Aim: I want the listener to take the necessary steps to get closer to Christ. INTRODUCTION: When Paul met Jesus on the Damascus road his whole life was forever changed. Jesus set ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hallelujah!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 27, 2021

Praising God in this day is preparation for our eternal occupation of praising the Living God. Our praise will no longer be a labour, but a source of eternal joy.

“After this I heard what seemed to be the loud voice of a great multitude in heaven, crying out, ‘Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God, for his judgments are true and just; for he has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality, and has avenged on ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Vision Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Oct 1, 2007

Just as Israel had a skewed picture of God, sometimes we do too. Instead of seeing God in His fullness, we only pick out certain attributes to focus on like His love and mercy. Do we see God as He is, or made Him into somthing He isn’t?

1. How do you see the Lord? The Lord reveals Himself as: a. A seeking God (1b-3a) b. A sovereign God (3b-8) c. A sifting God (9-10) d. A saving God (11-15) 2. How does the Lord see you? a. If you don’t see Him as He’s revealed Himself, He will show Himself to you as Judge (8-10) b. If you see ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist